Proverbs by Tim Botts

by Timothy R. Botts

Excellent Book

Genres: Poetry

Hardcover

First published August 29, 1994

About the author

Timothy Botts is an American artist, calligrapher, and educator best known for transforming biblical passages into expressive works of visual art. Raised in Pennsylvania, he discovered his artistic talent at an early age with encouragement from a dedicated teacher who nurtured his abilities throughout his school years. His fascination with lettering began in childhood and deepened while studying graphic design at Carnegie Mellon University, where he was introduced to calligraphy. After graduating, he married and spent three years in Japan teaching conversational English, an experience that also exposed him to Japanese brush writing. Over the years, Botts developed a distinctive visual language that blends color, varied lettering styles, historical scripts, and contemporary influences. His scripture-based murals have appeared in churches, schools, and hospitals, while his artwork has also been widely published in books and other media. An experienced teacher, he has taught calligraphy courses, led workshops across the United States, and presented at international calligraphy events.

Reviews

[Kim Savage · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful book. The proverbs chosen are relevant to the current times. The pages are written in beautiful calligraphy. Along with each proverb is a little prayer to help understand and meditate on these little nuggets of truth. I don’t need another book on my bookshelf. But this one’s so pretty I’ll probably hang on to it for awhile.

[Shelley Lawrence · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book of beautiful color caligraphic illustrations of selected Proverbs from the Bible with brief notes inviting reflection and prayer.

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like to keep this book open to one of the Proverbs that I find especially meaningful to me at the time. The calligraphy and illustrations are fun and I also like that there are short prayers to accompany each of the chosen proverbs.

[Valencia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful illustrations with verses to commit to memory.

[Pamela Poole · Rating 5 out of 5]

love this book. each page can be torn out and framed for gifts.

[Hope · Rating 4 out of 5]

A visual delight.